Mathematical Methods for Physicists - Softcover

Arfken, George B.

 
9780120598328: Mathematical Methods for Physicists
Softcover
ISBN 10: 0120598329 ISBN 13: 9780120598328
Publisher: Academic Press Inc, 1973

Synopsis

This best-selling title provides in one handy volume the essential mathematical tools and techniques used to solve problems in physics. It is a vital addition to the bookshelf of any serious student of physics or research professional in the field. The authors have put considerable effort into revamping this new edition.

  • Updates the leading graduate-level text in mathematical physics
  • Provides comprehensive coverage of the mathematics necessary for advanced study in physics and engineering
  • Focuses on problem-solving skills and offers a vast array of exercises
  • Clearly illustrates and proves mathematical relations

New in the Sixth Edition:

  • Updated content throughout, based on users' feedback
  • More advanced sections, including differential forms and the elegant forms of Maxwell's equations
  • A new chapter on probability and statistics
  • More elementary sections have been deleted

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Review

As to a comparison with other books of the same ilk, well, in all honesty, there are none. No other text on methods of mathematical physics is as comprehensive and as complete...
-Tristan Hubsch, Howard University

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Publisher
Academic Press Inc
Publication date
1973
Language
English
ISBN 10 
0120598329
ISBN 13 
9780120598328
Binding
Paperback
Edition number
2
Number of pages
815

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